GROW YOUR COMPANY GLOBALLY FROM DUBAI
Join us for an insightful webinar where we'll explore the advantages of establishing your business in Dubai.
Join our upcoming webinar, Made For Trade Live – Hungary in Focus, held in partnership with Embassy of Hungary and Marhaba International FZ to learn why DMCC in Dubai is the ideal place to run and grow your business.
During this session, our business experts will explore the numerous opportunities and benefits that Dubai offers, including access to global markets, a strategic location, a business-friendly tax environment, and world-class infrastructure. We'll also highlight why DMCC, as the world’s leading business hub, is the ideal place for businesses seeking global success.
From our strategic location at the heart of Dubai to our extensive network and unparalleled services, DMCC provides comprehensive support to ensure your business thrives.
Whether you're expanding your operations or starting a new venture, this webinar will help you make informed decisions and maximise your business potential in Dubai. Register now to secure your spot!
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:
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Ahmed Bin Sulayem
Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer,
DMCC
Speaker Profile
Ahmed Bin Sulayem
Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer,DMCC
Ahmed Bin Sulayem is the Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of DMCC and has driven its growth from a start-up of 28 member companies in 2003 to the world’s leading international business district in 2025 with over 25,000 member companies from 180 countries, employing over 80,000 people.
Tasked with enhancing commodity trade flows through Dubai, DMCC has introduced to the market a number of value-added products and services under Mr Bin Sulayem’s leadership. In 2023, DMCC was named ‘Global Free Zone of the Year’ by The Financial Times fDi Magazine, for a record ninth consecutive year.
Mr Bin Sulayem oversaw the exponential growth of the DMCC Free Zone master development in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), a 200-hectare business and residential community in Dubai of over 100,000 people living and working in 87 towers. Mr Bin Sulayem also oversees the development of DMCC’s latest real estate project, the Uptown Dubai district.
Mr Bin Sulayem currently serves as the Chairman the Dubai Diamond Exchange (DDE) and the Dubai Gold & Commodities Exchange (DGCX).
The Kimberley Process officially appointed the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as the first and only Arab country to Chair the Kimberley Process (KP) in November 2015. Shortly after, the UAE Ministry of Economy officially appointed Mr Bin Sulayem as the UAE’s Chair of the KP for 2016. Mr Bin Sulayem was reappointed Chair of the KP for a historic second time in 2024, and has continued his leadership role with the position of Custodian Chair in 2025.
H.E Károly Benes
Ambassador,
Embassy of Hungary in Abu Dhabi
Speaker Profile
H.E Károly Benes
Ambassador,Embassy of Hungary in Abu Dhabi
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
- 2023: Ambassador, Embassy of Hungary in Abu Dhabi
- 2019 - 2023: Head of Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Africa Department
- 2015 - 2019: First Secretary Embassy of Hungary in Beirut
- 2013 - 2015: Head of Section, Bilateral Desk Officer, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Africa and Middle East Department
- 2010 - 2013: Interim Head of Department, Special Desk Officer for External Economic Relations, Ministry for National Economy, Middle East and Africa Department, Investment Department
- 2009 - 2010: Project Coordinator, Junior Research Fellow, Institute for Security & Development Policy, Stockholm, Sweden
- 2008: Third Secretary, Embassy of Hungary in The Hague
- 2007 - 2008: Coordinator, Desk Officer for Defense Policy, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Security Policy and Non Proliferation Department, EU Sectoral and Trade Policy Department
- 1996 - 2007: Mayor’s Office of Budapest, Tax Department
EDUCATION
- 2016: PhD, University of Public Service
- 2012 - 2015: University of Public Service, Doctoral School of Military Sciences
- 2000 - 2004: Miklós Zrínyi National Defense University, security and defense policy
- 2000 - 2002: University of Pécs, European studies
- 1996 - 1999: College of Public Administration
TRAINING
- 2007 - 2008: ESDP High Level Course, Brussels
- 2001: Public administration training program, Akita Prefectural Government, Japan
LANGUAGES
- Fluent in English, intermediate in French, basic in Swedish and Japanese.
PUBLICATIONS
- Approximately 20 scientific publications in Hungarian and in English in the field of foreign and security policy. Author of the book: The Effect of the 2008 Russian-Georgian War on the European Security (Hungarian, 2018).
Dr. Anett Anna Kato Pertl
Legal Consultant and Founder of Marhaba International FZ
Speaker Profile
Dr. Anett Anna Kato Pertl
Legal Consultant and Founder of Marhaba International FZDr Anett is the founder of Marhaba International FZ, a boutique consultancy firm established in the UAE, specializing in company formation, corporate matters, and business advisory services since 2020. As one of the Hungarian lawyers officially has been registered under Dubai Legal Affairs, she brings over 15 years of legal experience in the UAE. She works closely with government entities, DMCC, and Hungarian companies, helping bridge the gap between the Hungarian and UAE business environments. As Vice President of the Hungarian Business Council UAE, she is a key advocate for strengthening bilateral economic relations and supporting market entry for Hungarian businesses.
Dr. Balázs Horváth
Tax Lawyer,
Bekes Partners Law Firm
Speaker Profile
Dr. Balázs Horváth
Tax Lawyer,Bekes Partners Law Firm
Expertise
- Balazs is an attorney-at-law, economist and a qualified and chartered tax advisor. Balázs gained more than 12 years’ experience in domestic and cross- border/international tax advisory/planning, mergers&acquisitions, transfer pricing and operating model effectiveness, global wealth management, private client services, tax accounting and tax technology.
- Studied at and graduated from University of Szeged, Faculty of Law (MSc and LLM in law – 2006) and Faculty of Economics (MA in Economics – 2010). Holds degrees from the TODAI University of Tokyo, Japan, Faculty of International Legal Studies.
- Associate at Hogan Lovells LLP, Senior Tax Consultant at Deloitte Hungary, International Tax Department, then Senior Associate at Wolf Theiss Law Firm. Director at the international tax firm Ryan in Hungary, then Head of the European International Tax practice. Full member and Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) of Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).
- Hungarian
- English
- Italian
Salman Rafique
Co-Founder,
JRB Chartered Accountants
Speaker Profile
Salman Rafique
Co-Founder,JRB Chartered Accountants
Salman Rafique is a seasoned tax and regulatory advisor with nearly two decades of experience in the UAE and international markets. A qualified FCCA, he has worked with top-tier global advisory firms, delivering strategic, high-impact tax and compliance solutions.
He is the Co-Founder of JRB Chartered Accountants (www.jrb.ae), a boutique consulting firm based in the UAE, specializing in tax, accounting, and regulatory advisory services for businesses, family offices, and global investors.
Salman is widely recognized for his in-depth knowledge of UAE tax laws and his ability to navigate complex, multi-jurisdictional regulatory landscapes with clarity and foresight.
Bassel Bitar
Senior Manager, Corporate Sales – Asia and Eastern Europe,
DMCC
Speaker Profile
Bassel Bitar
Senior Manager, Corporate Sales – Asia and Eastern Europe,DMCC
Bassel Bitar is the Senior Manager, Corporate Sales – Asia and Eastern Europe at DMCC, the world’s leading Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise.
Joining DMCC as a Team Leader in 2015, Bassel is responsible for promoting the benefits of doing business in Dubai and setting up companies in DMCC.
Prior to joining DMCC, Bassel held senior sales positions at both Etisalat Telecom and Emirates NBD in Dubai.
Bassel earned a Bachelor of Business administration degree in Hotel Management and tourism from the National American University in 2002.
